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R432 LFX

1997 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,233 mi
Last recorded53,233 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR432 LFX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 53,233 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 50,332 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 48,231 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 46,215 miles

centre stop light inccomplete

Fail 15 Oct 2008 44,339 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise both no plates deteriorating

Pass 15 Oct 2008 44,339 miles

advise both no plates deteriorating

Pass 23 Oct 2007 42,030 miles

backing coming away on rear no plate

Fail 24 Oct 2006 40,115 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 40,115 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 36,416 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216?

Based on 445,477 MOT tests across 71,812 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,841
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
71,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,447
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,363
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 15,921
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,300
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R432 LFX is a 1997 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 70,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R432 LFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R432 LFX?

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What year was R432 LFX registered?

R432 LFX is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R432 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R432 LFX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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